Benefits

This movement promotes strength through the posterior chain of muscles

Prerequisites

Ensure that individuals have adequate movement in the hip joint (especially in the sagittal plane)

Ensure that the client does not have excessive kyphosis in the thoracic spine (if so, initiate a corrective strategy to deal with pelvic and thoracic curve imbalance)

Preparation

Use the front carry hold shown

Position feet shoulder-width apart

Maintain an athletic stance throughout this exercise

Movement

With a tall spine and knees lightly bent, flex forward at the hips

Keep the ViPR held high and tight to the chest

Ascend back to standing